Staying active and protected

Everyday life with haemophilia

Staying active and protected

Staying active is a vital for a healthy lifestyle, whether you have a bleeding disorder or not. Gentle to moderate exercise is important for people living with haemophilia as it can help strengthen muscles, maintain a healthy weight and protect joint health.

This section of the website highlights the many benefits of physical activity in haemophilia, how to get the most out of your exercise routine as well as personal stories from other people living with haemophilia and their fitness journeys.

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Staying active

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Exploring your life ahead

Gaining independence with haemophilia

In this video, Matty, living with severe haemophilia A, talks about how haemophilia has affected his involvement in sports.

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Everyday life with haemophilia

Exercising with haemophilia

Living with haemophilia comes with its own challenges, but many people with haemophilia are perfectly able to lead active and fulfilling lives. Although you may not be able to participate in some activities, there are many others that could provide health benefits.(1,2)

Your resources

Living with haemophilia presents unique challenges, but with the right tools and knowledge, everyday life can be managed with confidence. In this section, you'll find a variety of resources and practical advices tailored to the needs of haemophilia patients.

Breaking cycle of pain

Finding community support & tools library

Breaking out of the haemophilia pain cycle

To prevent or stop progression to joint damage, it is important to intervene early to stop joint bleeds and break out of the cycle of pain.

flyer to protect partner's joint health

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Supporting your partner's joint health

Quick tips on helping your partner maintain and improve their joint health

infographic about pain in haemophilia

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Infographic: Pain in haemophilia

Pain is the body’s way of saying something isn’t quite right – a warning sign that damage is occurring or about to happen.
Many people with haemophilia have their own personal experience of pain. However, it should not be considered the ‘norm’.
Pain can be managed and prevented.

podcast

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Living well with haemophilia

In this podcast episode, Paul, Rich and Axelle talk about achieving a balance between managing the risks of haemophilia and leading a fulfilling life — either as a person with haemophilia or as a parent.

Two men are running outside in the nature

Finding community support & tools library

Get active and feel great with haemophilia

Watch as Tim and Jon, who both have haemophilia, embark on a journey to fitness. This fun video covers building up gently, setting realistic milestones, and watching for the early signs of joint bleeds.

Two friends in a boat on a lake

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Strong joints, more freedom

Protecting your joints now so you can continue to do what you love in the future is crucial for people with haemophilia. This short animation explains what joint bleeds are, and why joints need protecting.

Arrival of a bike race

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Haemophilia or not, chase your dreams

Haemophilia doesn’t have to stop you from doing amazing things. Watch this short animation video to find out what you can do to try and realise your potential.

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